This fire pit is absolutely gorgeous! I cannot wait for nights by the fire on the patio and smores with the kids! It was relatively easy to put together and probably took about 30 minutes. It seems to be made out of aluminum as its super light. It comes with the cover which is super awesome and convenient. It does need a propane tank and I wish it was a little more hidden (my only complaint!) for aesthetic purposes but definitely not a deal breaker. I forsee lots of use!